How we approach skylight repairs & leak fixes in Winchester
Thinking about skylight repairs & leak fixes in Winchester? The short answer: leak tracing, resealing, actuator repairs and glass replacement. The longer answer depends on your roof, which is why we survey before we price.
Many South East homes have been extended more than once, and an old dome over an earlier extension is often due for replacement. Think of skylight repairs & leak fixes for leaks, condensation, misted units and failed actuators.
We work across Hampshire, including Winchester, and in neighbouring towns such as Eastleigh and Southampton. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Options we can specify in Winchester
- Glass unit replacement
- Upstand and membrane repairs
- Actuator, motor and control repairs
- Condensation diagnosis
- Resealing and re-flashing
- Misted unit replacement
- Actuator and rain-sensor repairs
Things we check at survey
- Parts availability varies with the age of the unit
- Commercial roofs need access and fall protection
Planning and building rules for Winchester
English householder permitted development (Class C) normally covers rooflights that stand no more than 0.15 m proud of the roof plane and stay below the highest part of the roof. Listed buildings need listed building consent, flats have no householder permitted development rights, and an Article 4 direction can remove the rights in some conservation areas.
Under Approved Document L, a rooflight added to an English home must achieve at least 2.2 W/m²K (horizontal plane), and a roof window 1.4 W/m²K or Window Energy Rating Band B. The Future Homes and Buildings Standards, published in March 2026, apply from 24 March 2027 and keep the 2.2 W/m²K limit for rooflights.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Guide prices for Winchester
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Glass unit or actuator replacement | £595 – £1,555 | £495 – £1,295 |
| Upstand or membrane repair Typical | £355 – £955 | £295 – £795 |
| Diagnostic visit and reseal | £235 – £475 | £195 – £395 |
How the job runs
- Tell us what you have. Send the SO23 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
Neighbouring towns
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Common questions
Is it condensation or a leak?
Condensation forms on the inside face on cold days and comes back in the same pattern. A leak appears when it rains and often tracks down the reveal.
Can you repair an electric rooflight that will not open?
Often, yes — actuators, controllers and rain sensors can be replaced if parts are available.
Do you charge for repair visits?
Yes, repairs are charged. We give the price before the visit.
Do you offer skylight repairs & leak fixes in Winchester?
Yes. We carry out skylight repairs & leak fixes in Winchester and across Hampshire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Winchester?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
